Author Archives: Paul Festa

About Paul Festa

Paul is a freelance writer, blogger, and broadcast technology professional residing in Denver. A New Jersey native, he is a long-suffering Mets fan, a recently-happy Giants fan, and bewildered Islanders fan. He's also a fair-weather Avalanche and Rockies supporter. In his spare time, he enjoys the three Gs: Golf, Guitars, and Games.

Blog Roundup: Post Beltran Era Edition

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Paul Festa

Carlos Beltran was officially traded to the Giants on Wednesday, and made his San Francisco debut on Thursday in Philadelphia.  Meanwhile, the Mets gutted out a sweep of the Reds in Cincinatti to move to a season-high 3 games over … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Steve Zabriskie Edition

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Paul Festa

“The inevitable has finally become a reality.” Pending player and league approval, Carlos Beltran has been traded to the San Francisco Giants for top pitching prospect Zack Wheeler.  In the deal, the Mets will reportedly pay $4MM of Beltran’s remaining $6MM … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Monday Edition

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Paul Festa

Carlos Beltran is still on Trade Watch, Johan Santana threw a bullpen session, David Wright returned in a clutchy way over the weekend, and the Mets continue their tango with .500. Here’s the roundup: Midwestropolitan has some 2012 advice for Sandy Alderson.  … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Elegy for the Outfielder Edition

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Paul Festa

On Thursday, Carlos Beltran played his final home game before the trade deadline, prompting many a reaction among the Mets faithful.  For many, it is a foregone conclusion that his days as a Met are winding down.  Meanwhile, David Wright … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Wednesday Edition

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Paul Festa

Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran returned to the Mets’ lineup last night, and Jason Isringhausen turned back the clock to earn a save in the Mets’ 4-2 victory over the Cardinals.  Meanwhile, the trade deadline looms. Here’s what the bloggers … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Monday Edition

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Paul Festa

Looks like somebody has a case of the Mondays.  The Mets lost 2 of 3 to the Phillies over the weekend, which isn’t bad considering the Mets fielded a AAA lineup plus Jason Bay.  Tonight, the Mets play a makeup … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Back to Baseball Edition

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Paul Festa

The All-Star Break is over, K-Rod is a Brewer, and the Mets get back to work tonight against the Phillies.  The next two weeks will be crucial for the Mets as they decide whether to buy, sell, or stand pat … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: K-Rod Edition

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Paul Festa

The first domino has fallen, as the Mets traded Francisco Rodriguez and cash to the Milwaukee Brewers for 2 players-to-be-named-later.  Most importantly, as part of the deal, the Brewers now assume K-Rod’s $17.5MM vesting option for next year. As a result, … Continue reading →

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